Please see the below note sent out from the Charleston Police Department. Even though we have installed new gates to help prevent easy access to the Retreat from Riverland Dr., it does not mean our community is a fortress. Protect your home and possessions by not making yourself an easy target.
Attention James Island Neighborhoods,
In the past few weeks (June/July) there have been
several incidents of thefts from mostly unlocked vehicles in
neighborhoods off Ft. Johnson Rd. and Secessionville Rd., as well as
Meridian Place and Riverland Woods. These thieves are mobile
and quiet. The best way to combat them is to remove the opportunity by
ALWAYS locking every car-door, keep windows all the way up, and remove
ALL valuables and FIREARMS from the vehicle. Every time.
Also, keep some exterior lights on at night, keep
shrubbery trimmed to reduce hiding areas, pay attention to dogs who
alert during the night. Educate your children on the importance of
securing vehicles, their electronics, bikes and other
property, and closing the garage door. Finally, know where your teenage
children are at night and set reasonable limits to reduce the
likelihood of them becoming involved.
Pass this on to your neighbors.
Sgt. Shelor
Charleston Police
Crime Prevention Unit
769-7407
